Hamilton Lake, Hamilton

307 days ago

What are your thoughts on this 80kph stretch?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Truckies want the 80kph speed limit on the Napier-Taupō highway back at 100kph, even though crash stats point to fewer crashes under the lower limit.

Trucking companies spoken to by the Waikato Times said speed wasn’t the issue - the main problem on New Zealand’s roads was “idiot … View more
Truckies want the 80kph speed limit on the Napier-Taupō highway back at 100kph, even though crash stats point to fewer crashes under the lower limit.

Trucking companies spoken to by the Waikato Times said speed wasn’t the issue - the main problem on New Zealand’s roads was “idiot drivers”.

What are your thoughts on this 80kph stretch? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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308 days ago

Childrens Arts Therapy

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

🎨 Give your child the chance to express themselves through art in a safe, supportive space. Our classes help boost creativity, confidence, and emotional growth.

Limited spaces available, book now 👉 www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

#artsforhealth #mindfulness #art #nz #artclass #waikato #artnz

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308 days ago

Journey Through Art

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Involve yourself in the lively world of watercolour, paint, and sculpture, while mastering a variety of fundamental and intermediate art techniques. Improve your creative skills, have some fun and meet like minded people. Monday classes offer a socialable place for beginners, intermediate and … View moreInvolve yourself in the lively world of watercolour, paint, and sculpture, while mastering a variety of fundamental and intermediate art techniques. Improve your creative skills, have some fun and meet like minded people. Monday classes offer a socialable place for beginners, intermediate and returning students. All materials and equipment is supplied.
Starts Monday 10th February - 7th April
9.30am -11.30am, 9 x Sessions $165

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335 days ago

Share your summer photos! 📷

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Taken some beautiful snaps lately? Whether it's rainbows, sunsets or a beautiful summer's day, we'd love you to share the joy with us.

Share a photo in the comments below

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308 days ago

Naked in the Trees is a festival that will start on Valentine's Day

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Clothing, as well as taking part in public sex, is optional at a first of a kind ‘mind and body’ festival in Taumarunui over Valentines weekend.

Naked in The Trees, pitched by organisers as a festival of curiosity, is expected to draw about 800 people to the bush- clad valleys of the King … View more
Clothing, as well as taking part in public sex, is optional at a first of a kind ‘mind and body’ festival in Taumarunui over Valentines weekend.

Naked in The Trees, pitched by organisers as a festival of curiosity, is expected to draw about 800 people to the bush- clad valleys of the King Country.

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308 days ago

Poll: Do you think this will affect NZ?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

American president Donald Trump’s tough talk on more tariffs being applied to goods into the US has Waikato-based exporters nervous and watchful.

It follows Trump’s announcement about new tariffs on Canadian, Mexican and Chinese goods and fears they could spread elsewhere.

Do you think … View more
American president Donald Trump’s tough talk on more tariffs being applied to goods into the US has Waikato-based exporters nervous and watchful.

It follows Trump’s announcement about new tariffs on Canadian, Mexican and Chinese goods and fears they could spread elsewhere.

Do you think this will affect NZ? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think this will affect NZ?
  • 46.2% Yes
    46.2% Complete
  • 42.3% Maybe
    42.3% Complete
  • 11.5% No
    11.5% Complete
26 votes
308 days ago

Choose Your Class and Start Your Creative Journey!

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Build new skills, have fun, and gain a unique creative experience in a supportive environment.

📅 Don’t wait – book your spot today!
👉 www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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315 days ago

Poll: Have you passed this Hamilton CBD site recently?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A vacant plot-turned-eyesore in central Hamilton is in limbo as its sale is negotiated, but the rubbish hasn’t stopped piling up.

While a sale outcome is said to be two to six months away, another clean-up is coming at 728 Victoria Street “if all goes well”, according to the man … View more
A vacant plot-turned-eyesore in central Hamilton is in limbo as its sale is negotiated, but the rubbish hasn’t stopped piling up.

While a sale outcome is said to be two to six months away, another clean-up is coming at 728 Victoria Street “if all goes well”, according to the man responsible for the site.

Have you passed this Hamilton CBD site recently? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you passed this Hamilton CBD site recently?
  • 8% Yes
    8% Complete
  • 40% No
    40% Complete
  • 52% Don't know where it is
    52% Complete
25 votes
308 days ago

Who would you like to see selling food and drink from the new theatre?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hospitality providers for the Waikato Regional Theatre are being nailed down and there’s confidence they’ll all be in place when the theatre opens later this year.

Craig Paul, of Hamilton-based hospitality sector consultants Table Talks, confirmed he was involved in “advanced … View more
Hospitality providers for the Waikato Regional Theatre are being nailed down and there’s confidence they’ll all be in place when the theatre opens later this year.

Craig Paul, of Hamilton-based hospitality sector consultants Table Talks, confirmed he was involved in “advanced negotiations” for a “local operator” to run the hospitality area.

Who would you like to see selling food and drink from the new theatre? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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308 days ago

Open Days

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

FRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM

Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.

Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* — … View more
FRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM

Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.

Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* — perfect for embracing new adventures.

*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply

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309 days ago

Backyard Awards: Best Loved Lawn winner

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Mark Elliott from Shirley in Christchurch has won the category of Best Loved Lawn for his lush green masterpiece. Congratulations, Mark!

We spoke with his about his process to keep his lawn beautiful and there may be some blades of advice for your own backyard.

Mark has a huge backyard so … View more
Mark Elliott from Shirley in Christchurch has won the category of Best Loved Lawn for his lush green masterpiece. Congratulations, Mark!

We spoke with his about his process to keep his lawn beautiful and there may be some blades of advice for your own backyard.

Mark has a huge backyard so during Covid times, he decided to renovate the lawn and garden just for something to do. It’s turned into a passion.

His lawn is 100% rye grass - sourced from Prebble Seeds Turf World who supply many golf courses around New Zealand. In the summer he mows it every 2-3 days, sometimes daily, and waters the lawn with a deep soak of about an hour at a time, 2-3 times a week. He uses a granular slow release lawn fertiliser and other liquid fertilisers also.

Mark shares:
'I would say the secret to getting a good lawn is consistent mowing - at least twice a week. Maybe buy a bulk bag of slow release lawn fertiliser from a wholesaler. Keep the grass longer and just take the very top off the blade when you mow. It promotes growth, thickens it up and will really help with stopping weeds - oh, and water. Expect a water bill if you want a good lawn.'

The first photo below shows the 'Before' shot, 4 years ago. Give Mark a Like on this post if you think his lawn is pretty top notch!

309 days ago

Acrylics Art Class

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

🎨Gain a creative experience while learning the techniques of acrylic painting! Explore new styles, develop your skills, and enjoy the process in a fun, supportive environment.

Book your spot today! 👉 www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

#artsforhealth #mindfulness #art #nz #artclass #waikato … View more
🎨Gain a creative experience while learning the techniques of acrylic painting! Explore new styles, develop your skills, and enjoy the process in a fun, supportive environment.

Book your spot today! 👉 www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

#artsforhealth #mindfulness #art #nz #artclass #waikato #artnz

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309 days ago

Mindfulness Adults Arts Therapy

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

🎨 Mindfulness Adults Art Therapy

Relax, create, and boost your well-being in our mindfulness art therapy classes. No experience needed — just come and express yourself in a supportive space.


Book today!👉 www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

#artsforhealth #mindfulness #art #nz #artclass … View more
🎨 Mindfulness Adults Art Therapy

Relax, create, and boost your well-being in our mindfulness art therapy classes. No experience needed — just come and express yourself in a supportive space.


Book today!👉 www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

#artsforhealth #mindfulness #art #nz #artclass #waikato #artnz

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315 days ago

Poll: Should our summer school holidays move to February?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's a debate that resurfaces each year as weather hits its peak just as kids head back to school.
Traditionally, we've paired the school holidays in NZ with the Christmas period, but would a shift to February make more sense for everyone?

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Should our summer school holidays move to February?
  • 38% Yes, February would be better
    38% Complete
  • 61.3% No, keep it as is
    61.3% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below
    0.7% Complete
1243 votes
309 days ago

Unpaid rates to put more Hamilton homeowners in court

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Big overdue rates bills have led to legal action against the owners of two Hamilton homes.

Thousands of dollars are owed on two properties - one in Nawton and the other in Hamilton East - and Hamilton City Council has started court proceedings.

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